|Question 6Verbal

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The following text is adapted from Henrik Ibsen's 1899 play When We Dead Awaken (translated by William Archer in 1907). Ulfheim is introducing himself to Professor Rubek, a sculptor.

ULFHEIM: I believe I have the honour of addressing no less a person than the great Sculptor Rubek.
PROFESSOR RUBEK: (Nods.) I remember meeting you once or twice-the autumn when I was last at home.
ULFHEIM: That's many years ago, now. And then you weren't so illustrious as I hear you've since become.
Which choice best describes the function of the underlined portion in the text?
It reveals that Professor Rubek first met Ulfheim many years ago.
A
It emphasizes that Professor Rubek has a distinguished reputation.
B
It suggests that Ulfheim prefers autumn to spring, summer, or winter.
C
It indicates that many other sculptors are more famous than Professor Rubek.
D